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Pioneering research takes major step forward in the fight against cystic fibrosis

The fight against cystic fibrosis has taken a major step forward, with pioneering research by University of Adelaide scientists showing that cells causing the debilitating genetic disorder could be successfully replaced with healthy ones.

2 Aug 2018

Vitamin D supplementation could significantly improve quality of life for RA patients

Scientists have discovered that in rheumatoid arthritis patients, lower levels of vitamin D are associated with increased disease severity.

1 Aug 2018

Study uncovers why elderly people struggle to swallow

A new study has revealed people naturally lose muscle and function in the throat as they age, making it harder for food to move from the mouth to the space above the food pipe.

31 Jul 2018

Alnylam’s patisiran receives positive opinion from CHMP for treating hATTR amyloidosis

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., the leading RNAi therapeutics company, announced today that the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use has adopted a Positive Opinion recommending marketing authorization of patisiran for the treatment of hereditary transthyretin-mediated amyloidosis in adults with stage 1 or stage 2 polyneuropathy.

27 Jul 2018

$Researcher reveals new way to stimulate bone fracture healing$

Researcher reveals new way to stimulate bone fracture healing

Most people have broken a bone or know someone who has. A break is painful and takes time to heal. Recovering from a fracture is even more complicated and lengthy when your body is not able to produce what is needed to heal.

26 Jul 2018

Pfizer announces FDA approval of biosimilar to Neupogen

Pfizer Inc. today announced that the United States Food and Drug Administration has approved NIVESTYM (filgrastim-aafi), a biosimilar to Neupogen (filgrastim), for all eligible indications of the reference product.

23 Jul 2018

New breeding technologies could enhance shape, size, color, and health benefits of produce

Forget vegetables with dull colors and fuzzy skin or fruits that lack of flavor--the produce aisle of the future could offer plant products that are designed for creative cooks and fussy eaters.

20 Jul 2018

Health impact of highly processed summertime staples

With the 4th of July in the rearview mirror and Labor Day coming down the pike, barbecue season is in full swing.

19 Jul 2018

Plant-based products fail to have positive impact on blood pressure during clinical studies

In the high-pressure world of lowering hypertension, a surprising favorite isn't standing up too well in clinical trials.

17 Jul 2018

People who regularly eat oranges less likely to develop macular degeneration, study shows

A new study has shown that people who regularly eat oranges are less likely to develop macular degeneration than people who do not eat oranges.

12 Jul 2018

Clinical trial examines impact of high-dose omega-3 and vitamin D on halting type 1 diabetes

Scientists from the Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine today announced the launch of a new clinical trial that will assess the impact of high-dose omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D supplementation on halting the progression of type 1 diabetes.

12 Jul 2018

Research shows kombucha can be highly effective in restoring individual's microbiome

Kombucha is the "in" health drink lately, available from local producers, in stores, online and even many people make their own version of the fermented tea.

12 Jul 2018

Study: Eating Mediterranean-type diet could reduce bone loss in osteoporosis patients

Eating a Mediterranean-type diet could reduce bone loss in people with osteoporosis - according to new research from the University of East Anglia.

11 Jul 2018

Corn loses its cancer-fighting phenolic acids when processed into cornflakes

For many Americans, highly processed foods are on the menu for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Even when the raw materials - grains, for example - are high in vitamins and health-promoting phenolic compounds, processing can rob the final product of these nutrients.

10 Jul 2018

Study: Vitamin D unlikely to protect individuals from brain-related disorders

New research from South Australian scientists has shown that vitamin D is unlikely to protect individuals from multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, or other brain-related disorders.

10 Jul 2018

New trial to evaluate whether fasting can improve MS symptoms

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) can find an abundance of conflicting advice suggesting that special diets – everything from avoiding processed foods to going low-carb – will ease their symptoms. But the evidence is scanty that dietary changes can improve fatigue or other MS symptoms.

10 Jul 2018

Vitamins News and Research

Pioneering research takes major step forward in the fight against cystic fibrosis

Vitamin D supplementation could significantly improve quality of life for RA patients

Study uncovers why elderly people struggle to swallow

Alnylam’s patisiran receives positive opinion from CHMP for treating hATTR amyloidosis

Researcher reveals new way to stimulate bone fracture healing

Pfizer announces FDA approval of biosimilar to Neupogen

New breeding technologies could enhance shape, size, color, and health benefits of produce

Health impact of highly processed summertime staples

Plant-based products fail to have positive impact on blood pressure during clinical studies

People who regularly eat oranges less likely to develop macular degeneration, study shows

Clinical trial examines impact of high-dose omega-3 and vitamin D on halting type 1 diabetes

Research shows kombucha can be highly effective in restoring individual's microbiome

Study: Eating Mediterranean-type diet could reduce bone loss in osteoporosis patients

Corn loses its cancer-fighting phenolic acids when processed into cornflakes

Study: Vitamin D unlikely to protect individuals from brain-related disorders

New trial to evaluate whether fasting can improve MS symptoms

Vitamin D assay from CLC paves way for disease diagnosis

Study finds vitamin D deficiency in many pregnant women

Nanofiber-based wound dressings loaded with vitamin D spur production of antimicrobial peptide

Researchers identify dermatologic complications due to cultural practices

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